The Keepers Preservation Education Award may be awarded to students enrolled in institutions of higher learning with majors in historic preservation or allied fields, including American studies, anthropology, archaeology, architecture, landscape architecture, art history, architectural history, history, planning, law, economics, or building conservation; volunteers or paid staff of organizations or entities involved in historic preservation; and practicing professionals in historic preservation-related fields seeking further experience in non-degree programs. Applicants may be from anywhere in the United States. Applicants may not be members of the awards committee or the immediate family of a committee member or Dr. Murtagh. Preference will be given to applicants who have not received an award in the past 24 months. Individuals must apply through a sponsoring institution or organization, which reviews and forwards the application to MaineCF. MaineCF does not accept applications directly from individuals seeking financial assistance. The sponsoring institution should email all supporting documents to Jackie Shannon. The community foundation prefers to receive applications at least two months in advance of actual need. Please visit the award's website for more information.